FestivALL
A City Becomes a Work of Art
FestivALL
A City Becomes a Work of Art
A City Becomes a Work of Art
FestivALL
In 2025, FestivALL will “go back to the basics,” welcoming attendees to enjoy events that are produced directly by FestivALL or have been a longstanding cornerstone events of the large summer festival. From May 28 to June 1, the city of Charleston, WV will become a work of art for five days of fun.
*2026 dates TBA*
A city-wide, multi-arts festival in Charleston, WV showcasing a mix of music, theater, dance, visual art, and more each June.
Nestled in the heart of Appalachia, FestivALL events will take place across the city of Charleston, ranging from outdoor spaces to theaters to intimate galleries and event spaces.
FestivALL directly produces some events, co-produces some events and presents some events that are produced by other individuals and organizations.
Join the capital city community in celebrating ALL of the arts, performed by local, national, and international talent as a City Becomes a Work of Art.
Scroll down to see some of the Main Events!
FestivALL events are low-cost or free to attend, and showcase local, regional, national and even international talent.
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A City Becomes a Work of Art
FestivALL
A city-wide, multi-arts festival in Charleston, WV showcasing a mix of music, theater, dance, visual art, and more each June. Nestled in the heart of Appalachia, over 80 FestivALL events will take place in locations across the city of Charleston, ranging from outdoor spaces to theaters to intimate galleries and event spaces. Join the capital city community in celebrating ALL of the arts, performed by local, national, and international talent.
FestivALL directly produces some events, co-produces some events and presents some events that are produced by other individuals and organizations.
FestivALL
Main Events
- Capitol Street Art Fair
- Children’s Art Fair
- Sunrise Carriage Trail Walk
- Three Things: My First, My Favorite, My Future
- Fund for the Arts’ Charlie West Music Fest
- Art-for-ALL Kids’ Juried Art Exhibit
- and MORE!
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Event Calendar
Calendar of Events
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Dizzy Doc’s Amazing Balloon Sculpture
Dizzy Doc’s Amazing Balloon Sculpture
Dizzy Doc’s Amazing Balloon Sculpture May 20 – June 1 Back by popular demand, Aaron Hay (Dizzy Doc) will construct a massive balloon sculpture, the likes of which have delighted […]
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Art-for-ALL Kids’ Juried Art Exhibition
Art-for-ALL Kids’ Juried Art Exhibition
Art-for-ALL Kids’ Juried Art Exhibition May 28, 2025 – June 7, 2025 Art-for-ALL is a juried art exhibition open to children in grades Pre-K through 6th in 13 WV counties […]
KCPL StoryWalk®
KCPL StoryWalk®
KCPL StoryWalk® May 28 – June 1 The whole family will enjoy our StoryWalk®, “Mrs. Honey’s Hat”, in the Library Walkway (entrances on Capitol and Summers Streets). Every day a […]
Ceramic Fortune Cookie with Meghann Ferguson
Ceramic Fortune Cookie with Meghann Ferguson
Ceramic Fortune Cookie with Meghann Ferguson May 28th, 6pm AND 7pm Join Meghann Ferguson, your friendly neighborhood potter, for a hands-on ceramic workshop! In this fun and casual session, you’ll […]
East End History Bike Tour
East End History Bike Tour
East End History Bike Tour with Sam Nygaard May 28 | 6pm Join Sam Nygaard for a 90-minute beginner-friendly group ride exploring the history and art of Charleston’s historic East […]
Three Things: Season 10, Episode 1
Three Things: Season 10, Episode 1
Three Things: Season 10, Episode 1 FestivALL presents Season 10, Episode 1 of Three Things during FestivALL at the Capitol Market!FestivALL’s live monthly speaker series, Three Things, showcases three guests who will share insight […]
Ceramic Fortune Cookie with Meghann Ferguson
Ceramic Fortune Cookie with Meghann Ferguson
Ceramic Fortune Cookie with Meghann Ferguson, May 28th, 7pm Join Meghann Ferguson, your friendly neighborhood potter, for a hands-on ceramic workshop! In this fun and casual session, you’ll learn to […]
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Downtown Open
Downtown Open
Downtown Open May 29 – June 22 Each summer, the sidewalks of downtown Charleston transform into a pop-up putt-putt course. This temporary course features more than 20 holes – which have each […]
Art & Architecture Walking Tour
Art & Architecture Walking Tour
Art and Architecture Walking Tour May 29th 5pm Delve into the fascinating history, present and promising future of Charleston and her downtown on this tour. This district is overflowing in […]
Community Drum Circle
Community Drum Circle
Community Drum Circle May 29 | 6pm Create beautiful rhythms with drummers of all levels and ages. No experience is necessary! Instruments will be available, but bring a drum or […]
Live Music Bingo
Live Music Bingo
Live Music Bingo May 29 7pm – 9pm Arts Amplified presents Live Music Bingo at Fife Street Brewing featuring Shane Meade! A fun mash-up of live music and bingo — […]
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(CANCELED) Art & Architecture Walking Tour
(CANCELED) Art & Architecture Walking Tour
(CANCELED) Arts & Architecture Walking Tour May 30th at 1pm Due to rain and bad weather, this tour will be canceled. Thank you for understanding! Delve into the fascinating history, […]
Literary Roundtable
Literary Roundtable
Literary Roundtable May 30 | 5:30pm – 7:30pm Curated and hosted by West Virginia Poet Laureate Marc Harshman, this year’s panel on written fiction will feature the works of Marie Manilla, […]
(CANCELED) West Side Mural Bike Ride
(CANCELED) West Side Mural Bike Ride
(CANCELED) West Side Mural Bike Tour with Sam Nygaard May 30 | 6pm Due to rain and bad weather, this event is canceled. Follow WV Pedal Pals on Facebook to […]
(LOCATION CHANGE) “What’s Next” with Attack Theatre
(LOCATION CHANGE) “What’s Next” with Attack Theatre
(LOCATION CHANGE) “What’s Next” with Attack Theatre May 30 | 6pm Los Angled Gallery, 1031 Quarrier St. Walk with the dancers from Attack Theatre as they create world-premiere dances right before your […]
Indigo Dyeing Workshop
Indigo Dyeing Workshop
Indigo Dyeing Workshop Join us for an indigo dyeing class – and leave with your own hand-dyed tote! We’ll cover the history, cultivation, and use of this valuable plant, and […]
(CANCELED) Live on the Levee presented by Moses Auto Group
(CANCELED) Live on the Levee presented by Moses Auto Group
(CANCELED) Live on the Levee presented by Moses Auto Group May 30 | 6:30pm – 9:30pm Haddad Riverfront Park, 600 Kanawha Blvd. The City of Charleston is working to reschedule […]
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Yoga on the River
Yoga on the River
Yoga on the River May 31 | 9am Find your Zen before a day full of FestivALL activities. Join Beth Moore, Yoga Instructor at Folded Leaf Yoga & Wellness Center, […]
Attack Theatre Contemporary Dance Workshop
Attack Theatre Contemporary Dance Workshop
Attack Theatre Contemporary Dance Workshop May 31 | 10am Join the professional dancers from Attack Theatre to learn phrases from their repertoire and most recent performance. This 90-minute class will […]
Children’s Art Fair (Saturday)
Children’s Art Fair (Saturday)
Children’s Art Fair Saturday, May 31 | 10am-5pm Sunday, June 1 | 11am-4pm The FestivALL Children’s Art Fair is the perfect two days of family fun! The Children’s Art Fair […]
Annual Kanawha County Public Library Used Book Sale
Annual Kanawha County Public Library Used Book Sale
Annual Kanawha County Public Library Used Book Sale May 31 | 10am – 3pm This year’s Annual Kanawha County Public Library Used Book Sale, in conjunction with the Capitol Street Art Fair […]
FestivALL Capitol Street Art Fair (Saturday)
FestivALL Capitol Street Art Fair (Saturday)
FestivALL Capitol Street Art Fair presented by Burke & Herbert Bank (Saturday) Saturday, May 3 | 10am-6pm Sunday, June 1 | 11am-5pm The annual two-day Capitol Street Art Fair welcomes […]
Summer Library Club Saturday: Color Our World Kick-Off
Summer Library Club Saturday: Color Our World Kick-Off
Summer Library Club Saturday: Color Our World Kick-Off May 31 | 11am – 2pm Join the Kanawha County Public Library outside on the Plaza for a Summer Library Club pre-registration […]
Poems While You Wait
Poems While You Wait
Poems While You Wait May 31, 12-2pm WV Poet Laureate Marc Harshman, along with poets Kirk Judd and Sara Henning, will create original one-of-a-kind poems designed just for you!Stop by […]
Charlie West Music Fest presented by Fund for the Arts
Charlie West Music Fest presented by Fund for the Arts
Charlie West Music Fest presented by Fund for the Arts Saturday, May 31 | 3pm – 10pm Join Fund for the Arts and their co-presenter, Spilman Thomas & Battle, as we get […]
“Some Assembly Required” – Attack Theatre Performance with Charleston Office of Public Art
“Some Assembly Required” – Attack Theatre Performance with Charleston Office of Public Art
“Some Assembly Required” Attack Theatre Performance with The Charleston Office of Public Art May 31st | 6PM Kanawha Co. Public Library, 123 Capitol St. Experience art like never before! Attack […]
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LEGO Printing Workshop
LEGO Printing Workshop
LEGO Printing Workshop Join us for a FREE workshop sponsored by FestivALL on June 1st at 10am – Printing with LEGOs!Each participant will get a 5 in square LEGO base […]
Children’s Art Fair (Sunday)
Children’s Art Fair (Sunday)
Children’s Art Fair Sunday, June 1 | 11am-4pm The FestivALL Children’s Art Fair is the perfect two days of family fun in the heart of downtown Charleston, WV! The Children’s […]
FestivALL Capitol Street Art Fair (Sunday)
FestivALL Capitol Street Art Fair (Sunday)
FestivALL Capitol Street Art Fair presented by Burke & Herbert Bank Saturday, May 31 – Sunday, June 1 The annual two-day Capitol Street Art Fair welcomes you to enjoy art, […]
Carriage Trail
Carriage Trail
Carriage Trail Walk June 1 | 1-4pm Enjoy the arts outside during FestivALL! Experience the charm of the Sunrise Carriage Trail as you walk along the .65 mile trail, taking in […]
FestivALL Nature Weaving
FestivALL Nature Weaving
FestivALL Nature Weaving Celebrate Festivall in Charleston with a fun and free-form weaving workshop! In this make-and-take class, participants will create whimsical yarn trees using natural sticks and colorful fibers, […]
AVN Corp. Symphony Sunday
AVN Corp. Symphony Sunday
AVN Corp. Symphony Sunday June 1 The WV Symphony Orchestra (WVSO) is excited to announce that AVN Corp. Symphony Sunday 2025 will be hosted on Sunday, June 1, 2025 at […]
Sunset Yoga and Sound
Sunset Yoga and Sound
Sunset Yoga and Sound June 1 | 7pm Find your Zen after a full day of FestivALL activities.. Join Nina Ratliff, owner and yoga instructor of The Folded Leaf Yoga […]
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Art-for-ALL Kids’ Juried Art Exhibition
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